Huawei Pura 90 Pro vs Poco X8 Pro
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $750 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro leads — 66/100 vs 63/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,247,061); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura 90 Pro
Poco X8 Pro
What makes Huawei Pura 90 Pro better?
- Better camera (57/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1247061
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 3894
- Faster charging: 67W vs 66W
- Lighter: 196g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $750
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura 90 Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro scores 3 points higher (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro leads (57/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro leads (75/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Huawei Pura 90 Pro — 46/100, Poco X8 Pro — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (57/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura 90 Pro | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1247061 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1273 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3894 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.6" LTPO OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1256x2760 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×74.5×8.2 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $750 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura 90 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura 90 Pro
- 6.6" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1256x2760
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura 90 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura 90 Pro and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Huawei Pura 90 Pro by 36.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Poco X8 Pro was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (57/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (75/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura 90 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro leads on camera score (57/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura 90 Pro over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.